To: Honorable Mayor and Members of City Council
From: Heather Ruiz, Human Resources Director
Prepared By: MJ Tueros, Human Resources Manager
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Salary Range for Waste Prevention Specialist and Water Conservation Specialist in the Utilities Department
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RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Recommendation
Adopt a resolution approving the salary range for Waste Prevention Specialist and Water Conservation Specialist.
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DISCUSSION:
The Napa City Employees Association (NCEA-SEIU) requested that Human Resources conduct a study to review the classification specification and salary for the Waste Prevention Specialist and Water Conservation Specialist. With the assistance of Bryce Consulting, the two positions were studied to determine the appropriateness of the classifications based on currently assigned duties and responsibilities. The classification structure and job descriptions were reviewed, and recommendations were made, which align with the operational needs of the Utilities Department.
City staff in the Utilities Department documented a variety of program-specific technical and specialized work that is required to be performed by the persons filling these positions. Specifically, the Waste Prevention Specialist is responsible for performing technical, administrative, and programmatic activities in support of the City's Recycling and Solid Waste diversion programs to ensure compliance with California State Mandates and Laws. This position also provides education and outreach to businesses and residents, completing field work (inspections/audits/assessments), compiling data, creating promotional and marketing materials. The Water Conservation Specialist is responsible for performing a variety of technical, administrative, programmatic and customer service support duties for the Water Division related to the development and implementation of an effective water conservation program which includes researching and compiling information, preparing reports,...
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